Engineering Jobs in Vinton, VA

On the heels of achieving 3X growth, Virginia Transformer is hiring to do it again!

We’re strategically building our team for the next 3X growth cycle — a phase that is both intense and incredibly rewarding. We’re highly selective about who joins us, because this journey isn’t for everyone.

If you have the drive, grit, and expertise to perform at a high level — and you want to grow your career 3X alongside the Company’s growth — we’d love to talk.

Apply below and let’s start the conversation.

Who We Are

Virginia Transformer is the largestU.S.-owned producer of power transformers in North America, and we’ve been able to grow the past 50-plus years through an unwavering focus on delivering for our customers. We’re more than 5,800 people strong and are known throughout the industry for being an engineering company that makes premium quality transformers in the shortest lead times.

As a privately held, organically growing company, we thrive on nimbleness, innovation, and tenacity.

Join Our Team

If you love the thrill of securing the U.S. electric grid, enabling all manufacturing in the country, and the energy of a fast-moving train — this is the place for you. We train hard, grow together, and lead with purpose. Every transformer we build is custom, every challenge unique, and every team member essential.

We’re looking for those ready to lead, fueled by commitment, and driven by impact. We are growing so fast that all our available roles are not yet posted, so let us know if you are interested and we will follow-up.

On the heels of achieving 3X growth, Virginia Transformer is hiring to do it again!

We’re strategically building our team for the next 3X growth cycle — a phase that is both intense and incredibly rewarding. We’re highly selective about who joins us, because this journey isn’t for everyone.

If you have the drive, grit, and expertise to perform at a high level — and you want to grow your career 3X alongside the Company’s growth — we’d love to talk.

Apply below and let’s start the conversation.

On the heels of achieving 3X growth, Virginia Transformer is hiring to do it again!

We’re strategically building our team for the next 3X growth cycle — a phase that is both intense and incredibly rewarding. We’re highly selective about who joins us, because this journey isn’t for everyone.

If you have the drive, grit, and expertise to perform at a high level — and you want to grow your career 3X alongside the Company’s growth — we’d love to talk.

Apply below and let’s start the conversation.

Job Description

Construction & Expansion (C&E) Document Controls Specialist

Position Summary

The Construction & Expansion (C&E) Document Controls Specialist supports the C&E Controls Manager by maintaining document management, version control, and record integrity across the company’s capital construction and expansion portfolio.

This role serves as the system administrator and gatekeeper for capital project documentation, ensuring that all financial, contractual, change, and stage-gate records are accurate, complete, current, and audit-ready. The position enforces documentation standards and governance processes that protect capital integrity and reduce risk.

Key Responsibilities

Document Management & System Administration

• Administer the capital project document control system.
• Maintain standardized folder structures and naming conventions across all projects.
• Ensure proper version control of contracts, drawings, budgets, change orders, forecasts, and reports.
• Control document access permissions and maintain security protocols.
• Archive and close out project documentation in accordance with corporate direction.

Capital Governance & Change Documentation Support

• Maintain formal change logs and ensure all change documentation is properly uploaded and tracked.
• Verify that approved change orders include required backup, approvals, and supporting documentation.
• Track milestone deliverables and ensure required documentation is complete.
• Maintain decision logs and approval records for audit traceability.
• Support enforcement of documentation standards to prevent undocumented scope changes.

Financial & Cost Documentation Control

• Organize and maintain cost reports, forecasts, contractor pay applications, and invoice documentation.
• Validate documentation completeness prior to payment processing or cost updates.
• Ensure alignment between financial records and project documentation repositories.
• Maintain historical cost documentation for audit and capitalization purposes.

Schedule & Reporting Support

• Maintain milestone documentation and schedule updates within project records.
• Support monthly and quarterly capital reporting by organizing and compiling documentation packages.
• Ensure reporting materials are version-controlled and properly archived.
• Assist in preparing audit-ready project files for executive and board-level reviews.

Audit & Compliance Support

• Maintain audit-ready documentation across the full project lifecycle (authorization through closeout).
• Support internal and external audits by retrieving, organizing, and validating required documents.
• Identify documentation gaps and proactively escalate inconsistencies to the Controls Manager.
• Ensure compliance with company governance standards and documentation protocols.

Cross-Functional Coordination

• Coordinate with Project Managers, Construction Managers, Finance, Procurement, and Engineering to collect required documentation.
• Communicate documentation requirements and deadlines clearly and professionally.
• Serve as the central intake point for capital project records.
• Support consistent documentation practices across all active projects.

Authority & Accountability

• Authorized to enforce document control standards and reject incomplete submissions.
• Responsible for accuracy, completeness, and organization of all capital project documentation.
• Accountable for maintaining audit-ready files at all times.

Required Qualifications

• Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Construction Management, or related field (or equivalent experience).
• 3–5+ years of experience in document control, project administration, construction administration, or capital project support.
• Experience working within capital projects, industrial, manufacturing, or infrastructure environments.
• Proficiency in document management systems (Procore, Aconex, SharePoint, Primavera, etc.).
• Strong organizational and version-control discipline.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience supporting a PMO or capital governance organization.
• Familiarity with change management processes in construction environments.
• Experience supporting stage-gate capital processes.
• Exposure to cost tracking and capital reporting workflows.

Key Competencies

• Exceptional attention to detail
• Documentation discipline and process rigor
• Organizational strength
• Clear and professional communication
• Ability to enforce standards without direct authority
• High integrity and accountability
• Strong time management and prioritization

Reporting Relationship

• Reports to: Construction & Expansion (C&E) Controls Manager
• Works Closely With: Construction Managers, Project Managers, Finance, Procurement, Engineering, and Operations

On the heels of achieving 3X growth, Virginia Transformer is hiring to do it again!

We’re strategically building our team for the next 3X growth cycle — a phase that is both intense and incredibly rewarding. We’re highly selective about who joins us, because this journey isn’t for everyone.

If you have the drive, grit, and expertise to perform at a high level — and you want to grow your career 3X alongside the Company’s growth — we’d love to talk.

Apply below and let’s start the conversation.

Who We Are

Virginia Transformer is the largestU.S.-owned producer of power transformers in North America, and we’ve been able to grow the past 50-plus years through an unwavering focus on delivering for our customers. We’re more than 5,800 people strong and are known throughout the industry for being an engineering company that makes premium quality transformers in the shortest lead times.

As a privately held, organically growing company, we thrive on nimbleness, innovation, and tenacity.

Join Our Team

If you love the thrill of securing the U.S. electric grid, enabling all manufacturing in the country, and the energy of a fast-moving train — this is the place for you. We train hard, grow together, and lead with purpose. Every transformer we build is custom, every challenge unique, and every team member essential.

We’re looking for those ready to lead, fueled by commitment, and driven by impact. We are growing so fast that all our available roles are not yet posted, so let us know if you are interested and we will follow-up.

Planner / Continuous Improvement Manager

Location: Troutville, Virginia

Company: Virginia Transformer Corporation

Position Overview

Virginia Transformer Corporation is seeking a Planner / Continuous Improvement Manager to support operations at our Troutville, Virginia Junction Box manufacturing facility. This role will be responsible for production planning, workflow optimization, and driving continuous improvement initiatives to increase operational efficiency, throughput, and quality.

The ideal candidate will combine strong planning and scheduling capabilities with Lean manufacturing expertise to ensure production meets customer delivery commitments while continuously improving processes and operational performance.

Key Responsibilities

Production Planning & Scheduling

• Develop and manage production schedules to support customer demand and delivery timelines.
• Coordinate with engineering, manufacturing, procurement, and supply chain teams to ensure materials and resources are available to meet production plans.
• Monitor production capacity and adjust schedules to optimize workflow and throughput.
• Track production progress and identify potential bottlenecks or delays, implementing corrective actions when necessary.
• Maintain planning data within ERP systems and ensure accurate production tracking.

Continuous Improvement

• Lead Lean manufacturing and continuous improvement initiatives across the Troutville facility.
• Identify and implement improvements in process efficiency, cycle time reduction, quality, and cost control.
• Facilitate Kaizen events, root cause analysis, and problem-solving initiatives.
• Analyze operational metrics to drive data-driven improvements in productivity and performance.
• Partner with production leadership to develop standard work and process optimization strategies.

Cross-Functional Collaboration

• Work closely with engineering, operations, supply chain, and quality teams to align production planning with operational goals.
• Support new product introductions and engineering changes to ensure smooth integration into production.
• Provide reporting and analysis on production performance, scheduling efficiency, and improvement initiatives.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Supply Chain, Operations Management, or a related field.
• 5+ years of experience in manufacturing planning, production scheduling, or continuous improvement.
• Strong knowledge of production planning, capacity planning, and manufacturing workflows.
• Experience with Lean manufacturing, Six Sigma, or operational excellence programs.
• Familiarity with ERP systems and production planning tools.
• Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to lead improvement initiatives and influence cross-functional teams.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in electrical equipment, industrial manufacturing, or engineered-to-order environments.
• Certification in Lean, Six Sigma, or similar operational excellence methodology.
• Experience working in high-mix, low-volume manufacturing environments.

Why Join Virginia Transformer?

• Work with one of North America’s leading manufacturers of custom-engineered power transformers and related electrical equipment.
• Support critical infrastructure projects across utilities, renewable energy, and industrial markets.
• Join a rapidly growing organization with opportunities for leadership and operational impact.

On the heels of achieving 3X growth, Virginia Transformer is hiring to do it again!

We’re strategically building our team for the next 3X growth cycle — a phase that is both intense and incredibly rewarding. We’re highly selective about who joins us, because this journey isn’t for everyone.

If you have the drive, grit, and expertise to perform at a high level — and you want to grow your career 3X alongside the Company’s growth — we’d love to talk.

Apply below and let’s start the conversation.

Who We Are

Virginia Transformer is the largestU.S.-owned producer of power transformers in North America, and we’ve been able to grow the past 50-plus years through an unwavering focus on delivering for our customers. We’re more than 5,800 people strong and are known throughout the industry for being an engineering company that makes premium quality transformers in the shortest lead times.

As a privately held, organically growing company, we thrive on nimbleness, innovation, and tenacity.

Join Our Team

If you love the thrill of securing the U.S. electric grid, enabling all manufacturing in the country, and the energy of a fast-moving train — this is the place for you. We train hard, grow together, and lead with purpose. Every transformer we build is custom, every challenge unique, and every team member essential.

We’re looking for those ready to lead, fueled by commitment, and driven by impact. We are growing so fast that all our available roles are not yet posted, so let us know if you are interested and we will follow-up.

Control Engineer – Junction Box

Location: Troutville, Virginia

Company: Virginia Transformer Corporation

Position Overview

Virginia Transformer Corporation is seeking a Control Engineer – Junction Box to support the design and development of control systems and wiring architectures for transformer junction box assemblies. This role is responsible for developing electrical schematics, control wiring designs, and documentation that support transformer monitoring, protection, and auxiliary control functions.

The Control Engineer will collaborate with engineering, manufacturing, and production teams to ensure junction box designs meet customer specifications, electrical standards, and manufacturability requirements while supporting Virginia Transformer’s continued growth in utility, industrial, renewable energy, and data center markets.

Key Responsibilities

• Design and develop control wiring systems and electrical schematics for transformer junction boxes.
• Create and maintain detailed electrical drawings, wiring diagrams, and bills of materials (BOMs).
• Interpret and implement customer specifications and project requirements for control and monitoring systems.
• Support integration of protective relays, sensors, alarms, terminal blocks, and monitoring devices used in transformer applications.
• Work closely with manufacturing teams to ensure designs are manufacturable and efficient for production.
• Provide engineering support for production troubleshooting and root cause analysis.
• Participate in design reviews and continuous improvement initiatives to improve reliability and cost efficiency.
• Collaborate with supply chain and vendors to select appropriate electrical components and materials.
• Ensure compliance with applicable industry standards and internal engineering requirements.
• Maintain accurate documentation and support engineering change management processes.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering or related engineering discipline.
• 3–10+ years of experience in electrical or control engineering in a manufacturing or industrial environment.
• Experience developing electrical schematics, wiring diagrams, and control system documentation.
• Familiarity with industrial control components such as relays, sensors, terminal blocks, and monitoring devices.
• Experience with CAD or electrical design software (AutoCAD Electrical, SolidWorks Electrical, or similar).
• Strong analytical, troubleshooting, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams including manufacturing, production, and quality.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with power transformers, substations, or power distribution equipment.
• Knowledge of protective relaying, transformer monitoring systems, and auxiliary control circuits.
• Familiarity with UL, IEEE, or other electrical equipment standards.
• Experience working in high-mix, low-volume manufacturing environments.

Why Join Virginia Transformer?

• Work with a leading North American manufacturer of custom-engineered power transformers.
• Support critical infrastructure projects across utilities, renewable energy, industrial, and data center markets.
• Join a company experiencing significant growth with opportunities for career development and technical leadership.

On the heels of achieving 3X growth, Virginia Transformer is hiring to do it again!

We're strategically building our team for the next 3X growth cycle — a phase that is both intense and incredibly rewarding. We're highly selective about who joins us, because this journey isn't for everyone.

If you have the drive, grit, and expertise to perform at a high level — and you want to grow your career 3X alongside the Company's growth — we'd love to talk.

Apply below and let's start the conversation.

Who We Are

Virginia Transformer is the largest U.S.-owned producer of power transformers in North America, and we've been able to grow the past 50-plus years through an unwavering focus on delivering for our customers. We're more than 5,800 people strong and are known throughout the industry for being an engineering company that makes premium quality transformers in the shortest lead times.

As a privately held, organically growing company, we thrive on nimbleness, innovation, and tenacity.

Join Our Team

If you love the thrill of securing the U.S. electric grid, enabling all manufacturing in the country, and the energy of a fast-moving train — this is the place for you. We train hard, grow together, and lead with purpose. Every transformer we build is custom, every challenge unique, and every team member essential.

We're looking for those ready to lead, fueled by commitment, and driven by impact. We are growing so fast that all our available roles are not yet posted, so let us know if you are interested and we will follow-up.

Design Engineer – Junction Box

Location: Troutville, Virginia

Company: Virginia Transformer Corporation

Position Overview

Virginia Transformer Corporation is seeking a Design Engineer – Junction Box to join our engineering team in Troutville, Virginia. This role is responsible for the design, development, and continuous improvement of junction box assemblies used in power transformer systems. The engineer will work closely with manufacturing, production, quality, and supply chain teams to ensure designs meet technical specifications, safety standards, and customer requirements.

This position plays a key role in supporting Virginia Transformer's continued growth by delivering reliable, manufacturable, and cost-effective electrical enclosure solutions for utility, industrial, renewable energy, and critical infrastructure customers.

Key Responsibilities

• Design and develop junction box assemblies and related electrical enclosure components for power transformer systems.
• Produce detailed engineering drawings, schematics, and bills of materials (BOMs) using CAD tools.
• Collaborate with manufacturing and production teams to ensure designs are efficient, manufacturable, and scalable.
• Review and interpret customer specifications, engineering standards, and project requirements.
• Support new product development and engineering change initiatives.
• Troubleshoot design issues and provide technical support to production and field teams.
• Work with supply chain and vendors to identify suitable materials and components.
• Ensure compliance with industry standards, electrical codes, and internal quality requirements.
• Participate in design reviews, root cause analysis, and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Maintain accurate engineering documentation and support ERP/PLM updates.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or related engineering discipline.
• 3–10+ years of design engineering experience, preferably in electrical equipment, enclosures, transformers, switchgear, or industrial manufacturing.
• Experience with CAD design tools (SolidWorks, AutoCAD, or similar).
• Familiarity with electrical schematics, wiring diagrams, and enclosure design.
• Understanding of manufacturing processes such as sheet metal fabrication, assembly, and electrical integration.
• Strong problem-solving, analytical, and communication skills.
• Ability to work cross-functionally with engineering, operations, and production teams.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with power transformers, substations, or power distribution equipment.
• Knowledge of UL, IEEE, or electrical equipment standards.
• Experience working in high-mix, low-volume manufacturing environments.
• Familiarity with ERP systems and engineering documentation control.

Why Join Virginia Transformer?

• Join one of North America's fastest-growing power transformer manufacturers.
• Work on products that support energy infrastructure, data centers, and grid modernization.
• Collaborate with experienced engineers and manufacturing teams in a fast-paced, high-growth environment.
• Competitive compensation and benefits.

On the heels of achieving 3X growth, Virginia Transformer is hiring to do it again!

We're strategically building our team for the next 3X growth cycle — a phase that is both intense and incredibly rewarding. We're highly selective about who joins us, because this journey isn't for everyone.

If you have the drive, grit, and expertise to perform at a high level — and you want to grow your career 3X alongside the Company's growth — we'd love to talk.

Apply below and let's start the conversation.

Who We Are

Virginia Transformer is the largest U.S.-owned producer of power transformers in North America, and we've been able to grow the past 50-plus years through an unwavering focus on delivering for our customers. We're more than 5,400 people strong and are known throughout the industry for being an engineering company that makes premium quality transformers in the shortest lead times.

As a privately held, organically growing company, we thrive on nimbleness, innovation, and tenacity.

Join Our Team

If you love the thrill of securing the U.S. electric grid, enabling all manufacturing in the country, and the energy of a fast-moving train — this is the place for you. We train hard, grow together, and lead with purpose. Every transformer we build is custom, every challenge unique, and every team member essential.

We're looking for those ready to lead, fueled by commitment, and driven by impact. We are growing so fast that all our available roles are not yet posted, so let us know if you are interested and we will follow-up.

Expansion Equipment Integration-Director

Reports To: AVP, Construction & Expansion

Department: Construction & Expansion (C&E)

Travel Requirement: Significant (50–70% during peak expansion cycles) will need international travel.

Position Overview

The Expansion Equipment Integration Senior Manager provides single-point ownership of capital equipment integration across all Virginia Transformer expansion initiatives. This role leads the end-to-end process from operations specification through installation, validation, commissioning, and formal turnover to plant operations and maintenance.

This is a senior program leadership role within the Construction & Expansion organization, responsible for ensuring that capital equipment investments are delivered production-ready, utilities-integrated, performance-qualified, and fully documented prior to operational release.

Role Responsibilities

Equipment Lifecycle Ownership

Lead and govern the expansion equipment process across all active projects, including:

• Operations requirement capture and validation
• Equipment specification development and engineering alignment
• Equipment acceptance norms establishment and conducting the verifications as per the norms.
• Supplier technical oversight and performance management
• Logistics co ordination
• Installation coordination with Construction Management
• Structured validation and commissioning
• Formal turnover to Operations and Plant Maintenance

This role eliminates integration gaps between Construction, Engineering, and Operations and establishes disciplined equipment governance across expansion projects.

Structured Validation & Commissioning Governance

Implement and enforce a rigorous equipment validation framework appropriate for heavy industrial manufacturing environments, including:

Installation Verification

• Confirm installation compliance with approved engineering specifications and perform pre commissioning checks.
• Validate utilities capacity and tie-ins (power, compressed air, cooling, controls, data)
• Verify mechanical and electrical installation integrity
• Ensure documentation completeness prior to energization

Operational Readiness Testing

• Conduct controlled startup testing against defined operating parameters
• Validate throughput targets, stability, and controls logic
• Confirm safety interlocks and system functionality

Production Performance Qualification

• Demonstrate sustained performance under live production conditions
• Validate throughput, yield, and scrap targets
• Formalize documented production readiness prior to turnover

No equipment is released to Operations without documented validation completion.

Organizational Leadership

Lead a dedicated team of expansion engineers with formal education in:

• Electrical Engineering
• Mechanical Engineering
• Industrial Engineering

The team operates within the C&E organization and functions independently of plant staffing structures. Plant teams serve as stakeholders and customers throughout the integration process.

Supplier & Site Engagement

• Provide technical oversight of capital equipment suppliers
• Lead pre-shipment reviews and factory testing activities
• Coordinate installation sequencing and site readiness
• Maintain on-site presence during critical integration and commissioning phases

Required Qualifications & Experience

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical, Mechanical, or Industrial Engineering
• Minimum 10+ years of progressive project management experience in a manufacturing environment, including direct project management of production equipment installation and integration
• Demonstrated leadership of multi-million-dollar capital equipment programs
• Direct experience managing:
• Production equipment specification, procurement, installation, and commissioning
• Industrial utilities integration (power distribution, compressed air, cooling systems, controls integration)
• Startup, ramp stabilization, and production readiness validation
• Experience leading cross-functional engineering teams responsible for capital deployment
• Working knowledge of structured equipment validation methodologies (installation verification, operational readiness testing, production performance qualification)
• Willingness and ability to travel 50–70% as required

Preferred Qualifications

• Master's degree in Engineering or Engineering Management
• PMP certification
• Experience leading Greenfield/Brownfield manufacturing startups
• Experience managing parallel multi-site capital programs
• Background in heavy industrial, automotive, aerospace, or high-volume manufacturing environments
• Experience implementing standardized commissioning and acceptance frameworks across multiple facilities

Performance Expectations

• On-time equipment integration aligned with construction schedules
• Predictable startup performance and reduced ramp instability
• Zero critical utilities conflicts at installation
• Complete documentation and maintenance readiness at turnover
• Structured warranty protection through formal acceptance governance
• Consistent production readiness across expansion sites

On the heels of achieving 3X growth, Virginia Transformer is hiring to do it again!

We're strategically building our leadership team for the next 3X growth cycle — a phase that is intense, operationally complex, and incredibly rewarding. We are highly selective about who joins us, because this journey isn't for everyone.

If you have the leadership depth, operational rigor, and execution discipline to build and scale a world-class planning organization — and you want to grow your career 3X alongside the Company's growth — we'd love to talk.

Apply below and let's start the conversation.

Who We Are:

Virginia Transformer is the largest U.S.-owned producer of power transformers in North America. For over 50 years, we've grown by relentlessly delivering for our customers. We are more than 5,400 employees strong and known throughout the industry for being an engineering company that makes premium-quality transformers in the shortest lead times.

As a privately held, organically growing company, we thrive on nimbleness, innovation, and tenacity.

Position Overview:

The Planning Director (Rincon, GA) will lead all production planning, scheduling, and execution control functions for the facility, ensuring disciplined alignment between demand, capacity, materials, and shop floor execution.

This role moves beyond daily scheduling — it is responsible for building a scalable planning infrastructure capable of supporting aggressive growth while protecting customer commitments, lead times, and operational stability.

You will serve as the central coordination leader between production, materials, engineering, operations leadership, and executive management.

Core Responsibilities:

1. Production Planning Strategy & Execution

• Own the facility master production schedule (MPS)
• Translate strategic production targets into executable daily, weekly, and monthly plans
• Align capacity, labor, and material flow with demand
• Ensure schedule realism and stability in a high-mix, engineered-to-order environment
• Drive schedule attainment and lead time performance

2. Accuracy, Audit & Floor Validation Discipline

• Establish audit rigor across schedules, work orders, and ERP data
• Personally validate WIP status through routine plant-floor verification
• Eliminate discrepancies between system data and physical conditions
• Institutionalize disciplined documentation and traceability standards

3. Risk Detection, Constraint Management & Recovery

• Proactively identify bottlenecks, constraints, and schedule risk
• Escalate customer-impacting issues early with data-driven insight
• Lead structured recovery planning for missed milestones
• Drive relentless follow-through on corrective actions

4. Systems, Reporting & Planning Infrastructure

• Own ERP scheduling integrity and system-of-record discipline
• Develop executive-level dashboards (schedule attainment, WIP aging, constraint tracking, milestone adherence)
• Enhance visibility through structured Excel / visual management tools
• Ensure audit-ready planning data at all times
• Lead continuous improvement of planning systems and processes

5. Leadership & Cross-Functional Accountability

• Lead daily and weekly production review meetings
• Clearly communicate risks, recovery plans, and priority shifts
• Hold teams accountable while fostering collaborative problem-solving
• Build and develop a high-performance planning team
• Act as a strategic partner to Plant Leadership and Corporate Operations

Required Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Industrial Engineering, Operations, Supply Chain, Manufacturing, or related field (or equivalent experience)
• 8+ years of production planning / scheduling experience in industrial manufacturing
• 3+ years in leadership capacity (manager or above)
• Experience supporting 24/7 operations
• Advanced Excel proficiency (analysis, modeling, reporting)
• Strong ERP/MRP system experience
• Proven record of driving schedule recovery and operational stability

Key Skills & Attributes:

• Exceptional attention to detail with strategic perspective
• Strong floor presence — comfortable validating information firsthand
• Analytical, structured, and data-driven decision maker
• Calm under pressure in high-growth environments
• Confident leader capable of running executive-level production reviews
• High accountability mindset with low tolerance for missed commitments
• Ability to scale processes, not just manage daily execution

Working Conditions:

• On-site leadership role with frequent presence on the manufacturing floor
• Exposure to industrial production environments
• Availability to support off-shift or weekend issues as required by a 24/7 operation

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ABOUT THIS JOB

***THIS POSITION REQUIRES AN ENLISTMENT IN THE U.S. ARMY OR ARMY RESERVE***

As a Combat Engineer, you’ll work quickly and skillfully to help Soldiers navigate while on combat missions by constructing bridges, clearing barriers with explosives, and detecting and avoiding mines and other environmental hazards. You'll provide expertise and come up with quick and creative engineering solutions, constructing fighting positions, fixed and floating bridges, and obstacles and defense positions.

Skills you’ll learn align with Construction & Engineering, Demolition & Explosives, Operate Heavy Equipment. In addition, you could earn 45 nationally recognized certifications!

JOB DUTIES

• Maintain emergency notification data
• Maintain radio and data distribution systems
• Perform signal support functions and technical assistance for computer systems
• Provide technical assistance and training for local-area networks
• Maintain equipment, terminal devices, assigned vehicles and power generators

REQUIREMENTS

• 14 weeks of One Station Unit Training, which combines Basic Training and Advanced Individual Training
• U.S. Citizen
• 17 to 34 Years Old
• High School Diploma or GED
• Meet Tattoo Guidelines
• No Major Law Violations
• No Medical Concerns

BENEFITS

The Army offers a complete package of benefits that not only supports you and your family but also helps you advance in your career. Whether you serve part-time or full-time as an enlisted Soldier or Army Officer, you’ll earn competitive pay with opportunities for bonuses, as well as receive health care at little to no cost. You could also receive money for education, student loan repayment assistance, training and certifications, housing, living expenses, and more.

• Paid Training and credentialing to strengthen your skillsets
• Monthly salary (based off pay grade and time in service)
• Housing and meal allowance for full-time Soldier
• 30 days paid annual vacation
• 401(K) type savings plan
• Full-coverage medical and dental insurance for Soldiers and immediate family member
• Paid tuition opportunities to continue your education
• Signing bonus - up to $40,000 in cash bonuses for completing training in selected Military Occupational Specialties

On the heels of achieving 3X growth, Virginia Transformer is hiring to do it again!

We’re strategically building our team for the next 3X growth cycle — a phase that is both intense and incredibly rewarding. We’re highly selective about who joins us, because this journey isn’t for everyone.

If you have the drive, grit, and expertise to perform at a high level — and you want to grow your career 3X alongside the Company’s growth — we’d love to talk.

Apply below and let’s start the conversation.

Who We Are

Virginia Transformer is the largestU.S.-owned producer of power transformers in North America, and we’ve been able to grow the past 50-plus years through an unwavering focus on delivering for our customers. We’re more than 5,400 people strong and are known throughout the industry for being an engineering company that makes premium quality transformers in the shortest lead times.

As a privately held, organically growing company, we thrive on nimbleness, innovation, and tenacity.

Join Our Team

If you love the thrill of securing the U.S. electric grid, enabling all manufacturing in the country, and the energy of a fast-moving train — this is the place for you. We train hard, grow together, and lead with purpose. Every transformer we build is custom, every challenge unique, and every team member essential.

We’re looking for those ready to lead, fueled by commitment, and driven by impact. We are growing so fast that all our available roles are not yet posted, so let us know if you are interested and we will follow-up.

Chief Administrative Officer (CAO) (Chief Infrastructure and Governance Lead)

Company: Virginia Transformer Corp

Reports to: Chief Executive Officer

Location: Onsite / Executive presence required

Role Level: Executive Leadership Team

Role Overview

The Chief of Administration at Virginia Transformer Corp is responsible for translating the company’s aggressive growth strategy into disciplined, scalable enterprise operations across a complex, multi-plant manufacturing environment.

As a privately held, rapidly growing industrial manufacturer with 5,500+ employees across the U.S., Mexico, and India, the CAO ensures that people operations, corporate infrastructure, compliance, systems, and shared services scale in lockstep with production, engineering, and commercial growth.

This role serves as the operational backbone of the enterprise, providing consistent administrative oversite and risk management, and partnering closely with the CEO, CFO, COO, and CHRO to bring structure, consistency, and execution rigor to a fast-moving organization.

Key Responsibilities (VTC-Tuned)

1. Administrative Policies & Procedures

• Lead enterprise administrative operations supporting multiple manufacturing plants and global offices
• Standardize internal processes, governance frameworks, and operating rhythms across plants and corporate functions
• Drive operational discipline while preserving speed, flexibility, and execution focus

2. Construction, Facilities & Physical Infrastructure

• Oversee facilities management, real estate strategy, leases, utilities, and site services across North America and international locations
• Partner with Operations and Engineering on plant expansions, new site development, and facility modernization
• Ensure facilities and infrastructure scale safely, reliably, and efficiently to support 24/7 manufacturing operations

3. Legal, Risk & Compliance (Manufacturing-Focused)

• Serve as executive liaison with internal and external legal counsel
• Ensure compliance across labor, immigration, safety, environmental, and regulatory frameworks
• Oversee enterprise risk management, audits, and internal controls
• Support contract governance with customers, suppliers, utilities, government entities, and enterprise service vendors

4. MIS – Management Information Systems

• Provide executive oversight of internal IT, enterprise systems, and business platforms
• Ensure systems effectively support manufacturing operations, engineering workflows, HR, and finance
• Drive standardization across ERP, HRIS, ATS, and operational technology platforms
• Partner on cybersecurity, data integrity, system resilience, and infrastructure scalability

Why This Role Matters at VTC

This is not a traditional corporate administration role.

It is an execution-focused leadership role designed for a company that is:

• Growing rapidly
• Operating 24/7 manufacturing environments
• Managing global operational complexity
• Balancing entrepreneurial speed with operational discipline

The CAO ensures that administrative infrastructure enables growth rather than becoming a constraint.

Qualifications & Experience

Education

• Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Operations Management, Finance, Human Resources, Engineering, or a related discipline required
• This role prioritizes operational and enterprise leadership backgrounds over legal-practice-centric career paths
• Advanced degree preferred (MBA or equivalent executive education)

Professional Experience

• 20+ years of progressive leadership experience in enterprise operations, administration, or shared services within industrial or manufacturing environments
• 10+ years in senior leadership roles (CAO, COO, SVP Operations, or equivalent) with responsibility for multi-site or global organizations
• Proven success translating growth strategy into scalable operating models, governance frameworks, and execution discipline
• Demonstrated experience overseeing administrative functions, compliance, shared services, and enterprise systems at scale
• Experience operating in privately held, high-growth, or complex global manufacturing organizations strongly preferred

On the heels of achieving 3X growth, Virginia Transformer is hiring to do it again!

We’re strategically building our team for the next 3X growth cycle — a phase that is both intense and incredibly rewarding. We’re highly selective about who joins us, because this journey isn’t for everyone.

If you have the drive, grit, and expertise to perform at a high level — and you want to grow your career 3X alongside the Company’s growth — we’d love to talk.

Apply below and let’s start the conversation.

Who We Are

Virginia Transformer is the largestU.S.-owned producer of power transformers in North America, and we’ve been able to grow the past 50-plus years through an unwavering focus on delivering for our customers. We’re more than 5,400 people strong and are known throughout the industry for being an engineering company that makes premium quality transformers in the shortest lead times.

As a privately held, organically growing company, we thrive on nimbleness, innovation, and tenacity.

Join Our Team

If you love the thrill of securing the U.S. electric grid, enabling all manufacturing in the country, and the energy of a fast-moving train — this is the place for you. We train hard, grow together, and lead with purpose. Every transformer we build is custom, every challenge unique, and every team member essential.

We’re looking for those ready to lead, fueled by commitment, and driven by impact. We are growing so fast that all our available roles are not yet posted, so let us know if you are interested and we will follow-up.

Job Title: Director of Mechanical Engineering

Location: Roanoke, VA (On-site, with regular travel to multiple U.S. plants)

About the Role

Virginia Transformer Corporation is seeking a hands-on Director of Mechanical Engineering to lead the mechanical design and development function across six manufacturing plants. The ideal candidate will bring deep technical expertise in mechanical systems, metallurgy, and polymers, along with strong leadership experience in custom electromechanical equipment design.

This role will be responsible for standardizing design practices, improving manufacturability, and ensuring all mechanical designs meet rigorous standards of quality, performance, and safety. You will collaborate closely with plant-level engineering teams, corporate R&D, sourcing, and vendor quality to drive innovation, consistency, and cost optimization across the organization.

Key Responsibilities

Leadership & Strategy

• Lead, mentor, and develop a team of mechanical design engineers across multiple sites, fostering a culture of excellence, accountability, and continuous improvement.
• Ensure consistent application of the mechanical design manual and design standards across all six plants.
• Partner with corporate R&D to advance new mechanical design initiatives and introduce innovative materials, features, and product enhancements.
• Define and track key performance indicators (KPIs) for the design teams, driving measurable improvement in design quality, efficiency, and throughput.

Design & Engineering Execution

• Oversee the design and development of mechanical assemblies, ensuring manufacturability, reliability, and cost-effectiveness.
• Provide direct, hands-on technical support when needed — including concept development, modeling, and problem-solving for complex design challenges.
• Apply deep understanding of metallurgy, polymers, and material properties to improve product performance, longevity, and thermal characteristics.
• Establish, update, and enforce design automation and process assurance systems to maintain consistency and reduce variability in mechanical design outputs.
• Review and approve detailed mechanical drawings, design calculations, and documentation for accuracy and compliance with internal and industry standards.

Cross-Functional Collaboration

• Partner with Sourcing and Vendor Quality Assurance to qualify suppliers and evaluate materials or components for new or alternative sourcing.
• Participate in design reviews, non-conformance investigations (NCRs), and root cause/corrective action efforts to resolve mechanical and manufacturing issues.
• Work closely with plant management and production teams to ensure mechanical designs support operational goals and manufacturability.
• Collaborate with Safety and Compliance functions to ensure adherence to industry, regulatory, and environmental standards.

Qualifications

• Bachelors degree in mechanical engineering, Master’s degree in mechanical engineering preferred. PE is a plus.
• Minimum 15-20 years of experience in thermo-mechanical design of custom electromechanical equipment, with at least 5 years in a senior management or multi-site leadership role.
• Proven background in metallurgy, polymers, material science, or industrial product design from manufacturing, energy, aerospace, rail, or related industries.
• Strong knowledge of FEA/FEM analytical tools, CAD systems, and 3D design platforms (SolidWorks, Creo, or equivalent).
• Demonstrated success leading engineering teams in a plant, multi plant or global manufacturing environment.

Skills & Attributes

• Expert-level proficiency in CAD design practices, finite element modeling, and mechanical systems analysis.
• Deep technical understanding of materials, thermal performance, stress analysis, and mechanical reliability.
• Hands-on problem solver with a proactive, floor-level approach to engineering challenges.
• Exceptional communication and collaboration skills, able to influence across engineering, operations, and executive leadership.
• Strong organizational ability to lead large engineering teams (100+ engineers) across multiple sites.
• Strategic mindset with operational discipline — balancing innovation with manufacturability and cost control.

Why Join Us

At Virginia Transformer, you’ll have the opportunity to shape the mechanical engineering vision for North America’s leading manufacturer of custom power transformers. This role combines hands-on technical leadership with strategic influence, ensuring that innovation, reliability, and precision remain at the heart of every product we build.

Job Title : Nuclear Engineer (Naval Reactors Engineer) Category / Component : Officer • Active Overview Design, regulate, and oversee the Navy's nuclear propulsion program, including reactor design, fleet operations, and eventual defueling and decommissioning of nuclear powered ships and submarines from Naval Reactors Headquarters and associated Department of Energy laboratories and shipyards.

Key Responsibilities Provide technical direction in areas such as reactor and fluid systems design, reactor physics, materials development, component design for steam generators, pumps, and valves, instrumentation and control for reactor and propulsion plants, testing and quality control, radiation shielding, and chemistry and radiological controls; review designs and analyses from laboratories, shipyards, and industry partners; coordinate with fleet units to ensure safe and reliable nuclear plant operation.

What to Expect Assume significant technical responsibility early in your career as part of a lean headquarters staff; work primarily in an analytical and oversight role rather than operating plants at sea; balance long term engineering projects with time sensitive fleet and shipyard issues; frequent coordination with senior civilian engineers, naval officers, and technical teams; high expectations for attention to detail, judgment, and written and oral communication.

Work Environment Work mainly at Naval Reactors Headquarters in the Washington, District of Columbia area with regular engagement with Department of Energy laboratories, nuclear training sites, shipyards, and nuclear powered ships and submarines; office based work that includes document reviews, technical meetings, inspections, and site visits rather than day to day shipboard watchstanding.

Pathways, Training & Advancement Officer commissioning through programs such as Officer Candidate School or the Nuclear Propulsion Officer Candidate program followed by a structured technical qualification program at Naval Reactors; rotational exposure to laboratories, prototypes, shipyards, and fleet support issues; progressive responsibility leading projects and becoming a subject matter expert, with opportunities for professional military education and advanced graduate study in technical fields.

Entry through the Nuclear Propulsion Officer Candidate program for qualified college students and recent graduates, or selection via Officer Candidate School for those who already hold qualifying degrees; all applicants must meet Nuclear Propulsion Program academic and technical screening standards in addition to general officer commissioning requirements.

Qualifications All Navy jobs require meeting general enlistment or commissioning standards, which typically include: Eligibility to serve in the United States Navy, which may involve United States citizenship or other legal residency and work status, depending on the program and current law and policy A high school diploma or equivalent for enlisted positions, and a bachelor's or qualifying professional degree for officer positions Meeting age limits that vary by program and are set in law and Navy policy.

Some communities have more restrictive age ranges Meeting medical, vision, and dental standards, including body composition and physical fitness requirements, with some jobs requiring more demanding standards Meeting character and conduct standards, including background screening Achieving required test scores for your program, such as the Armed Services Vocational Aptitude Battery for enlisted roles or officer qualification tests for officer programs Eligibility for a security clearance when required for your rating or designator Additional qualifications can include specific skills, education, licensure, or experience that are unique to a job or community and will be reviewed with you by a recruiter.

Additional qualifications for this job may include: Completion of a rigorous technical degree in engineering, physics, mathematics, or a closely related field that includes strong backgrounds in calculus and physics; outstanding academic record, particularly in technical coursework; United States citizenship and eligibility for a high level security clearance; strong technical aptitude and comfort with detailed analytical work.

Education Education benefits are available through standard Navy programs such as Tuition Assistance, the Post-9/11 GI Bill, ACE-recommended college credit for Navy training, Navy COOL-funded certifications, USMAP apprenticeships, and other Navy College Program opportunities.

Specific options depend on the Sailor's status, training, and current Navy policy.

Pay, Benefits & Service Pay, benefits, and service commitments follow standard Navy Active and/or Reserve policies for this type of role, including basic pay, allowances when eligible, health coverage, and retirement options.

Exact entitlements, special pays, and service obligations depend on program, component, years of service, and current law and Navy guidance.

Incentives Incentives such as bonuses, special pays, and loan repayment may be available at times for specific ratings or communities, but they change frequently and cannot be guaranteed.

Applicants must confirm current incentives and eligibility with an official Navy recruiter or authoritative Navy source.

Notes and Disclaimers This description is a general overview of typical duties, training, and opportunities in this community.

It does not replace official Navy instructions, policies, or contracts and does not guarantee specific assignments, training, incentives, or outcomes.

Actual opportunities depend on Navy needs, individual performance, screening results, and current law and policy.